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Victor Osimhen paid tribute to his striker partner Mauro Icardi who will miss the rest of the season due to an ACL.
Victor Osimhen delivered a heartfelt tribute to his injured teammate Mauro Icardi after scoring in Galatasaray's latest match, showcasing the strong bond between the two strikers.
Icardi, who will miss the remainder of the season due to an ACL injury, was honoured by Osimhen during a standout performance that saw him net two goals.
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In a thrilling encounter against Samsunspor, Osimhen opened the scoring just three minutes into the match, sending the home fans into a frenzy.
After his first goal, he ran towards the corner flag, lifted Icardi's number 9 shirt, and mimicked the Argentine's trademark celebration, a gesture that resonated deeply with fans and teammates.
The Nigerian's dedication to Icardi did not go unnoticed; from the VIP stands, Icardi responded with applause and blew kisses to Osimhen, visibly touched by the tribute.
Osimhen's brace not only highlighted his exceptional form but also solidified his status as a key player for Galatasaray this season.
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With these two goals, he has now scored eight goals and provided three assists in just nine matches, further establishing himself as a crucial asset for the Turkish giants.
The match itself was a rollercoaster, with Samsunspor equalising shortly after halftime through Olivier Ntcham.
However, Osimhen quickly restored Galatasaray's lead five minutes later with another well-placed header.
His performance was instrumental in securing a 2-1 victory, keeping Galatasaray at the top of the Super Lig standings.
Osimhen's ability to rise to the occasion while honouring his teammate underscores not only his talent on the pitch but also his character off it.
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